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The cost of independent living in Shake Rag is about $5,873 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 79 options. Read 1964 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The level of care for the money is exemplary. Mom is very happy here. The staff has been extremely helpful in all aspects of her care including getting her moved from FL to GA. I couldn't have asked for...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Peace of mind for Residents and their Families is the underlying tone of the Ivy Hall Assisted Living lifestyle. Located on the borders of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Cumming and Duluth, the area offers immediate access to fine restaurants, theatres, and upscale shopping. Residents can select from...
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They have a beautiful facility with caring staff and administrators. I could not have envisioned having this kind of experience in a long term care facility. The setting lends itself to calmness and a safe...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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With regard to The Mann House, my brother and I have been extremely pleased with our experience having our mother in their care. The high points for us have been the demeanor of the staff, the small size of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Addison of Alpharetta is a beautiful community that offers a comfortable atmosphere at an excellent value with a friendly and supportive care staff. Call us today to learn more!
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What we like the most about Village Park is The residents are very open and engaging. I would recommend this community to other families, but the food is consistently cool to cold and every meal has to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WE ARE NOW OPEN!Welcome to Village Park - where days are for rediscovering and reconnecting, recreation is an art worth mastering and relaxation is always well deserved. We call it Next-Level Senior Living. You'll just call it home.NOW OPEN in the heart of Alpharetta. We offer bungalows,...
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The community is very nice but they are constantly very under staffed. Meal deliver is hit or miss and response to alert buttons can take a long time. I would recommend with a warning about staffing. Issues....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Village Park Milton is a former equestrian property, with pieces and parts of the new community re- purposed from the former. The goal of the community is the whole person. This is achieved through chef-led dining, health and wellness and an active social life. Come join us!
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We chose Enrich at 519 because we were in a time crunch and they had availability and the value for the money. I also liked them, because of the director, she worked with us to make sure the price was right...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Shekinah Home is a senior living community in Norkoss, GA which is part of the Gwinnett County. Whether you've started witnessing signs of dementia in a loved one or they are in the mid or nearing the last stages of Alzheimer's, getting them accommodated at Shekinah Home is the best thing you can...
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The staff is absolutely wonderful and truly care for my mom. They are priced just right and have good facilities and activities. They have taken the time to get to know my mom to help draw her out and make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Built for One Thing: YouOur community is designed from the ground up to provide you with the perfect canvas on which you can paint your best senior living life. Choose us for your next home sweet home and you can trade the worries and hassles that often come with living at home for a better, more...
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We chose Tapestry House because we were more impressed during our tour than we were at the others ones we looked at. The room sizes here were very nice, a lot of space. The meals are chef prepared and you...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Tapestry House Assisted Living, as an Insignia Senior Living Community, is guided by its mission of providing "Safe and Joyful" Environments for seniors. Tapestry House's location is one of its many attributes. It is in the midst of Alpharetta, GA with convenience to retail opportunities but also...
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I would tell them that so far this has been a very quiet and peaceful community, which is something I really appreciate. The front office staff are warm, friendly, and accommodating. For the most part, the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Outlook Gwinnett is a brand new luxury 55+ apartment community featuring a uniquely luxurious combination of resort-inspired amenities and southern charm, Outlook Gwinnett is redefining upscale living for active, independent adults ages 55 and up. With an impressive array of spacious apartments...
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I'm impressed with the new management team especially their handling of issues with professionalism and follow-through with resolve concerning tenants. On a scale of 1-10 I would rate their performance thus...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sweetwater Terraces is a brand-new Senior Community in Gwinnett. We offer a luxurious and carefree lifestyle at very affordable rates. You will enjoy 22,000 square feet of community space with an extensive amenities package that surpasses all others. Come and be part of a community...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Alto Johns Creek offers beautifully appointed residences that invite you to live in style. Each apartment is thoughtfully designed to create a space that reflects both warmth and sophistication. Whether you're enjoying a peaceful moment in your private space or engaging with neighbors in our...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother has lived at the Cohen Home for the last 2 months and we are so happy that we made the decision to make this her new home. We looked and interviewed so many memory care properties and none compared...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Jewish Home Life Community that is open to all, The Cohen Home is an assisted living community that exemplifies the principles of family, community and Jewish values. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood near shopping, dining and medical centers, our residents benefit from our I'm Still...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here you’ll have an independent worry-free lifestyle.Whether you’re looking for independent living, personal care home or memory care, our senior living community in Buford, Georgia, has care options to meet your changing needs. You’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it. Plus,...
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My father lived at Best Care for almost eight years beginning in August of 2009 after we had tried two other larger assisted living homes in Cumming. [Name removed] took him in and kept him until he died in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bestcare Senior Living is a senior care community located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Gwinnett County, especially designed for nurturing those with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our community is small, homey and clean, providing our residents with a quiet, gentle structure. A suburb...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Shake Rag, GA
The average cost of senior living in Shake Rag is $5,873 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy Springs, GA with an average of $5,209 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Shake Rag
Recent reviews for independent living in Shake Rag
TerraBella Roswell
4.7
We had some difficulty at first with things being done on schedule. After 2 months things are going well. Occasionally hall smells like urine but building is kept very well. Staff is amazing!! Staff VERY caring, helpful & pleasant There are a lot of different activities for our loved ones, but ...
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TerraBella Sugarloaf in Suwanee, GA
4.9
The staff is very friendly and helpful, and you have activities, except for Saturday and Sunday. They have transportation within a ten mile radius and no charge. They also do outings, such as trips to grocery stores and restaurants. The move in was easy. The meals are good, but should be more ...
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Cumming Senior Living
5.0
We moved our dad here in January of this year. I have been so happy with the quality of care and cleanliness. All of the other families of the residents that I’ve met are all so kind. The food is excellent as well! I highly recommend Cumming Nursing Center for your loved one.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews praise the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various senior living communities, such as The Mansions at Sandy Springs, where the staff's kindness and love for seniors create a homelike atmosphere. Families at Garden Plaza at Lawrenceville also appreciate the staff's ...
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Quality dining experiences. Residents and families consistently mention the exceptional meals and dining services at several communities, like Delmar Gardens of Gwinnett and Cottonwood Estates. Chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that every meal is enjoyable and satisfying.
Engaging activities. Activities are a significant feature in many senior living communities, with residents participating in various social events and hobbies. At Ashwood Meadows, residents bond with new friends and enjoy outings to local attractions, while at Linwood Estates, the activity director tailors activitie ...
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Highly responsive communication. Communication is crucial in senior living communities, with families lauding the thorough and consistent conversations between staff and residents. At Heartis Suwanee, the management team works closely with families to address concerns and ensure that care needs are being met.
Attentive maintenance and upkeep. Communities with well-maintained living spaces and amenities receive positive feedback from residents and families. At The Villas at Canterfield, the maintenance team ensures the facility is clean and in good condition, while at Towne Club Windermere, the beautiful surroundings and updated facil ...
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Comfortable and accommodating living spaces. Senior living communities offer various apartment sizes and layouts to meet residents' individual needs. At The Mansions at Sandy Springs, families appreciate the luxury apartment sizes, while at Celebration Village, residents enjoy the beautiful cottages designed for independent living
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Shake Rag independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shake Rag independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shake Rag, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shake Rag independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shake Rag partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shake Rag independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shake Rag communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shake Rag independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Shake Rag offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Park at Johns Creek, Canterfield of Kennesaw and Oaks at Hampton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shake Rag, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 79 independent living facilities near Shake Rag, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shake Rag, Georgia are Oaks at Hampton, The Joy Senior Living of Loganville and The Georgian Lakeside by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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